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Award

15 Jun 2026 at 09:50

Summary of the contracting process

PROSPER, acting as the buying organisation for this procurement process, has recently completed the award stage for the Gentoo - Architect Aberdare Rd project. This procurement concerns the provision of architectural services for a new residential apartment scheme located in the North East of the United Kingdom. The process was conducted under a direct award method as part of the Design & Consultancy Services Framework (Framework Ref. DN679373). The contract was awarded to Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, with the contract period spanning from 15th June 2026 to 14th June 2033. The primary industry category for this contract is 'Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services' (CPV: 71000000).

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in architectural and related services. The successful vendor, Blake Hopkinson Architecture + Design Limited, serves as an example of how SMEs can effectively leverage framework agreements to secure substantial projects within the industry. By participating in such procurement processes, businesses can enhance their portfolios, expand their client base, and strengthen their market presence. Companies specialising in consultancy and design, especially those familiar with public sector frameworks, would find such opportunities highly beneficial for expanding their business reach.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Gentoo - Architect Aberdare Rd

Notice Description

Gentoo Group seek to appoint a Consultant to provide Architectural Services for a residential new build apartment scheme at Aberdare Road. Prosper Procurement Ltd (PROSPER) is managing this procurement on behalf of the Contracting Body. PLEASE NOTE: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under a Framework Agreement and this contract has been let. Additional information: This is an award notice following a Direct Award under Framework Ref. DN679373 - Design & Consultancy Services Framework [FTS Reference:2023/S 000-025741]

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bb8e47dc-123e-4795-8386-8b353bd6d9bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e37f8b82-71bc-431e-bbb0-2b5e01bce8d3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£103,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PROSPER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE28 9NZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Tynemouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLAKE HOPKINSON ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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